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This trailer introduces the Working Group I contribution.

It provides a preview of their findings for the Sixth Assessment Report.

The built environment significantly contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and material waste. This episode explores circular strategies adopted in construction worldwide, featuring experts and examples from Ghana to the UK.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation, a UK charity, accelerates the transition to a circular economy. Subscribe for more insightful videos and explore our work.

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Ahead of COP26, Eliot Whittington, Director of the Corporate Leaders Groups (CLG), interviewed Peter Simpson, CEO of Anglian Water. Their discussion focused on the challenges and opportunities within the net-zero transition, alongside desired outcomes from the landmark climate summit.

Since its 2005 founding under HRH The Prince of Wales, the CLG has significantly shaped the UK's business response to climate change. It has built consensus across the UK business community, championed the Climate Change Act, and now represents progressive business voices globally. The University of Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership (CISL) convenes the CLG, leveraging its world-leading sustainability expertise and deep understanding of the political landscape.

Climate change is the defining crisis of our time, with children being the most vulnerable to its impact. Ten-year-old Ella, a 4th grader, is raising her voice, calling on children worldwide to participate in climate conversation and action.

Beyond her advocacy, Ella is a talented dancer, singer, pianist, and drummer. She is also an avid reader and author, thriving on competition.

This talk was given at a TEDx event, independently organized by a local community using the TED conference format. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Much of the energy humans consume annually is wasted. In his talk, 8th grader Leon proposes ways for kids to save energy, fostering a cleaner, greener future.

Leon, an 8th grader at Lower Canada College in Montreal, excels in Math competitions and enjoys anime, gaming, fencing, and golf. This presentation was delivered at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at TEDx.

Quintin, a 7th grader at Van Horne Elementary in Vancouver, is deeply concerned about environmental degradation. Having observed increased water pollution firsthand, he urges all kids to secure their future by playing a part in saving the environment.

Beyond his environmental advocacy, Quintin enjoys chess, programming online games, and sketching. His talk was delivered at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community conference. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

A third of the world's population lacks access to safe drinking water, a figure projected to double by 2025. In her talk, 10-year-old Vivian highlights the critical importance of water conservation for future generations and practical ways children can contribute.

Vivian, a friendly girl, enjoys playing musical instruments, painting vivid scenes, dancing, learning languages, and practicing public speaking. She aspires to be a fashion designer.

This talk was given at a TEDx event, an independently organized local community event following the TED conference format. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Jeffrey Mah, a doctoral candidate at University College London and founder of Otak Natural Skincare, highlights the vital role of botanicals in medicine. His research focuses on molecular biology and organic chemistry for drug discovery, currently extracting SFTI-1 from sunflowers for eczema treatment. He aims to raise awareness of the nature-medicine relationship and encourage biodiversity preservation for environmental and human survival.

This talk was given at a TEDx event. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx.

Educating girls globally is vital for environmental awareness and an equitable future. In her talk, 13-year-old Annie explains how education empowers women to thrive in the green economy and achieve climate justice.

An accomplished debater and public speaker, Annie aspires to a law career. This talk was given at an independently organized TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.

Seafood is unique as one of the last food sources industrially harvested directly from nature.

Nima Tisdall, co-founder of Blue Lobster, is recognized for her work in environmental and social sustainability. A Forbes "30 under 30" honoree and Obama Foundation fellow, she champions impact-driven for-profit solutions to global issues.

This talk was presented at an independently organized TEDx event. Watch more from the TEDxDalbergCatalyst series here and learn about TEDx here.

Miranda Schnitger (Ellen MacArthur Foundation) and Andrew Griffin (US State Department) discuss COP26, climate change, and the circular economy.

The Ellen MacArthur Foundation is a UK charity dedicated to accelerating the transition to a circular economy through business, learning, insights, and communications. Explore their work at ellenmacarthurfoundation.org or subscribe for more videos on their YouTube channel.

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Climate activist Greta Thunberg challenged world leaders at the Youth4Climate summit, criticizing their unfulfilled promises regarding the climate emergency. She dismissed their rhetoric as "blah, blah, blah," highlighting a lack of genuine action.

Thunberg called for constructive dialogue and urged media to prioritize reporting on politicians' deeds rather than their words. Her speech underscored the urgent need for tangible progress over mere platitudes.

Bryan Stevenson, acclaimed public interest lawyer and founder of the Equal Justice Initiative, delivered the 2016 Anne and Loren Kieve Distinguished Speaker Lecture.

His address focused on race and the criminal justice system, followed by a roundtable discussion.

Bret Baier's *To Rescue the Republic* explores Ulysses S. Grant's critical role from the Civil War through Reconstruction and the 1876 electoral crisis. Grant led the Union Army to victory, advanced Reconstruction as President, and forged a compromise that saved the nation, albeit at a cost to civil rights.

This program, featuring Bret Baier and moderated by Melissa Caen, was part of The Commonwealth Club's Good Lit series. Founded in 1903, the Club is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, hosting diverse speakers and over 400 annual events.

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Join the Commonwealth Club's Virtual Gala on November 19 at 6 pm to celebrate women in science and medicine. Learn more at commonwealthclub.org/2021gala or text Club2021 to 41444 to register and donate.

Hear Judge LaDoris Hazzard Cordell, the first African American female Superior Court judge in northern California, discuss her debut book, *Her Honor*. She will share insights from her five decades dedicated to justice, addressing system flaws and advocating for LGBTQ+ rights, police accountability, and BIPOC communities. This "Good Lit" program exemplifies the Commonwealth Club's mission as the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum.

Join CCL's VP of Government Affairs, Dr. Danny Richter, for a training on Congressional dynamics and effective lobby meeting strategies. This session is highly recommended for those attending the November 2021 Lobby Meeting and Lobby Training #2.

The training covers current political dynamics, primary asks for both Democrats and Republicans, and how to maximize meeting effectiveness. Access additional resources, including the Q&A discussion, primary asks, presentation slides, and the CCL Community page, via the links below:

Q&A Discussion: https://vimeo.com/640472273 (separate video)
Primary Asks: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/237
Presentation Slides: http://cclusa.org/nov-asks-slides
CCL Community Page: https://community.citizensclimate.org/resources/item/19/459

This month's Big Tent Climate Talk featured Kyle Kammien, CCL's Senior Business Relations Manager, in conversation with Shannon Heyck-Williams, National Wildlife Federation's Senior Director on Climate and Energy Policy.

Big Tent Climate Talks are a new monthly series spotlighting climate leaders outside CCL. We believe effective climate solutions require diverse policies and perspectives, bringing together individuals from across the political spectrum. These talks foster collaboration and shared learning to advance climate action.

Join CCL, learn more about the National Wildlife Federation, or register for future Big Tent Climate Talks.

Join renowned climate scientist and CCL Advisory Board Member Dr. Katharine Hayhoe for an exclusive conversation about her new book, "Saving Us: A Climate Scientist's Case for Hope and Healing in a Divided World."

In "Saving Us," Dr. Hayhoe offers an optimistic, inclusive approach, demonstrating that climate change affects everyone. She argues that collective action arises from connecting with communities based on shared values, not doomsday scenarios.

Order the book here. Further resources include her TIME Essay, Global Weirding on YouTube, and Yale's Research. Dr. Hayhoe is Chief Scientist for The Nature Conservancy and a Texas Tech Professor.

Eight-year-old Bandi explains climate change, its global impact on children, and how kids can actively participate in climate action. His talk makes these complex issues accessible for young audiences.

Bandi is a precocious child who enjoys drawing, making origami, and outdoor activities. He watches science videos and aspires to become an engineer to solve pressing world problems. This talk was delivered at a TEDx event. Learn more at ted.com/tedx.